Santiago Garza

Forza Pipeline - Spreadboss March 2016 - 2021 • Project Planning & Execution: Oversee all phases of pipeline construction (surveying, trenching, welding, testing, commissioning) to ensure on-time, within-budget completion. • Budget & Cost Control: Develop and manage multi-million-dollar project budgets, tracking expenses, forecasting risks, and implementing cost-saving measures. • Team Leadership: Direct cross-functional teams (engineers, contractors, inspectors, laborers) and subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets. • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to OSHA, DOT, FERC, API, and environmental regulations (spill prevention, erosion control). • Schedule Management: Create and maintain detailed project schedules (Gantt charts, critical path analysis), adjusting for weather, permits, or supply delays. • Client & Stakeholder Coordination: Act as primary liaison between clients, landowners, government agencies, and internal teams to resolve disputes and align expectations. •Safety Programs: Enforce strict safety protocols ( PPE, hazard assessments), conduct audits, and promote a "zero-incident" culture. • Quality Assurance: Monitor welding, coating, and alignment standards via inspections ( NDT, X-ray) and documentation (as-built drawings). • Risk Mitigation: Identify potential delays ( right-of-way issues, equipment failures) and develop contingency plans. • Reporting: Deliver regular progress updates to senior management, including KPIs on productivity, costs, and safety metrics.

3-S pipeline Services - Spreadboss March 2015 - 2016 ● Directed daily field operations for large-scale pipeline construction spreads, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and schedule targets. ● Managed crews of 20+ personnel, including operators, welders, and laborers, optimizing productivity and resolving bottlenecks. ● Oversaw heavy equipment deployment (e.g., sidebooms, excavators, bending machines) and logistics for seamless project execution. ● Enforced strict safety protocols (OSHA, DOT, company-specific). ● Collaborated with engineers and inspectors to maintain welding, coating, and alignment ● Stringing pipe ● Spacing pipe ● Tie in pipe

• Operated heavy machinery to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
• Trained new operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
• Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues for timely resolution.
• Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
• Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.